December weather forecast
Lathrop, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lathrop, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.8°F (3.8°C) and min 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C). Lathrop anticipates an average minimum temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In Lathrop, Missouri, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Lathrop, Missouri, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lathrop, Missouri, there are 133.9 rainfall days, and 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Lathrop, Missouri, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lathrop, there are 23.5 snowfall days, and 10.31" (262mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Lathrop is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Lathrop are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Lathrop in December?

In Lathrop, 38.8°F (3.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 25.7°F (-3.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lathrop?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lathrop?

In December, in Lathrop, Missouri, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Lathrop in December?

In December, in Lathrop, Missouri, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lathrop?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lathrop.

What is the average length of the day in December in Lathrop?

In Lathrop, Missouri, the average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Lathrop?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lathrop, Missouri, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lathrop have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Lathrop, Missouri, is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Lathrop?

The months with the lowest UV index in Lathrop, Missouri, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Lathrop?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lathrop, MO

Average temperature in December - Lathrop, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Lathrop, MO

Average pressure in December - Lathrop, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lathrop, MO

Average wind speed in December - Lathrop, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Lathrop, MO

Average humidity in December - Lathrop, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Lathrop, MO

Average rainfall in December - Lathrop, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Lathrop, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Lathrop, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lathrop, MO

Average snowfall in December - Lathrop, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lathrop, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Lathrop, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lathrop, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lathrop, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lathrop, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Lathrop, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Lathrop, MO

Average UV index in December - Lathrop, MO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Lathrop, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Lathrop, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Lathrop, MO

Average visibility in December - Lathrop, MO
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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